1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 221 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
